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Toyota Yaris

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

Y278 PBAMOT history

Y278 PBA is a silver petrol Toyota Yaris first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2023.

Y278 PBA silver Toyota Yaris – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Yaris, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2023
Mileage
155,232 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 PBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Yaris
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y278 PBA was last recorded at 155,232 miles on 3 Jan 2023, 2,537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,695 miles · 12 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2,537 miles
Average per year
7,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,232 miles
  • 2022 – 152,695 miles
  • 2021 – 149,849 miles
  • 2020 – 147,596 miles
  • 2018 – 144,357 miles
  • 2017 – 140,125 miles
  • 2016 – 135,246 miles
  • 2015 – 129,564 miles
  • 2014 – 125,810 miles
  • 2013 – 119,516 miles
  • 2012 – 110,222 miles
  • 2011 – 102,100 miles
  • 2010 – 96,456 miles
  • 2009 – 87,434 miles
  • 2008 – 75,994 miles
  • 2007 – 68,184 miles
  • 2006 – 28,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,232 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy both front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,232 miles (+2,537)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,232 miles
    Test number
    275410597347
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy both front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass152,695 miles (+2,846)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    152,695 miles
    Test number
    605059732296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass149,849 miles (+2,253)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,849 miles
    Test number
    471498335345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass147,596 miles (+3,239)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,596 miles
    Test number
    167352045687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass144,357 miles (+4,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    144,357 miles
    Test number
    107199810194
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass140,125 miles (+4,879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    140,125 miles
    Test number
    776478302136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass135,246 miles (+11)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    135,246 miles
    Test number
    265338694963
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills corroded but not regarded as excessive
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  8. Fail135,235 miles (+5,671)2 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,235 miles
    Test number
    326250103271
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills corroded but not regarded as excessive
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  9. Pass129,564 miles (+3,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    129,564 miles
    Test number
    824823358999
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

  10. Pass125,810 miles (+6,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    125,810 miles
    Test number
    846604654221
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Fail119,516 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,516 miles
    Test number
    568831523195
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass119,516 miles (+9,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    119,516 miles
    Test number
    569721523109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass110,222 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    110,222 miles
    Test number
    526691512159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail110,222 miles (+8,122)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,222 miles
    Test number
    945991112155
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass102,100 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    102,100 miles
    Test number
    359561011100
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail102,100 miles (+5,644)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,100 miles
    Test number
    717949201150
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail96,456 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,456 miles
    Test number
    432892200189
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass96,456 miles (+9,022)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    96,456 miles
    Test number
    804842700193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,434 miles (+11,440)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    87,434 miles
    Test number
    333308199047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,994 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,994 miles
    Test number
    192489498097
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass75,994 miles (+7,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    75,994 miles
    Test number
    733409598095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass68,184 miles (+39,830)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,184 miles
    Test number
    434875377028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,354 miles
    Test number
    861084496059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,354 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,354 miles
    Test number
    131254196068
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about Y278 PBA

Does Y278 PBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 PBA expired on 11 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 PBA?
The MOT on Y278 PBA expired on 11 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 PBA done?
Y278 PBA was recorded at 155,232 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2023, an average of 7,575 miles a year.
Has Y278 PBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 PBA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y278 PBA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y278 PBA find?
Y278 PBA failed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2023 with 7 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle bush; nearside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill; nearside stop lamp(s) not working, and 6 more.

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